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Centerville Families,

As we begin the final quarter of the school year, we are focusing on an important idea with our students: Expecting Excellence.

The last quarter can often be the most challenging time of the year. With summer approaching, it can be harder for students to stay focused and maintain the habits that lead to success. That is why we are being very intentional about helping students finish the year strong.

At school, we are talking about how excellence doesn’t mean being the best. It means doing your best. It means trying when work is hard, making good choices, and putting in your best effort each day. We are also emphasizing that excellence shows up in how students treat others through kindness, respect, and encouragement.

To help bring this message to life, we shared a short video with students that highlights how effort and kindness can create a positive chain reaction:

We encourage you to watch the video shown below with your child and ask them how they are showing excellence at school.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support

Go Cougars!

Mike Macken

April:

• 21st: 2026-27 Kindergarten Round Up (5:30-7PM)
• 21st - 22nd: MCA Math Testing (Gr 3-5)
• 22nd - Wear Blue - Autism Acceptance Month
• 24th: 2nd Grade Music Program @ 2:30PM
• 28th-29th: MCA Science Testing (Gr 5)
• 28th - May 3rd: Spring Book Fair
• 29th: Kindergarten Field Trip to Children's Museum
• 29th - Wear Blue - Autism Acceptance Month

May:

• 1st: Fete des Lacs post submissions are due
• 4th: Spring Festival - 2PM - 5PM @ CVE
• 8th: Pre-K Early Release @ 1PM
• 20th: 5th Grade Track/Field Day
• 22nd: 5th Grade Living Wax Museum (2PM-3PM)
• 25th: No School / Memorial Day
• 27th: 4th Grade Field Trip to Children's Theater

June:

• 4th: 1st Grade Field Trip to MN Zoo
• 8th: 5th Grade Party @ The Fun Lab (5PM - 7PM)
• 9th: Last Day of School

July:

• 7th: Last day to order Spouts School Supply Kit

The Centerville Elementary Calendar is located on our school’s website at https://centerville.isd12.org/ under the Parent Hub. Here you will also find the 2025-2026 Elementary Student Letter Day Calendar.

The registration page for the Color Run is live!

• When: Sunday, May 3rd (at the end of the Spring Festival)
• Who: Everyone!
• Where: Centerville Elementary
• Registration: Register by Friday, April 17th to order a t-shirt. Non-shirt registrations welcome until the day of the event.

Learn more and register at https://app.givebacks.gives/cptacolorrun2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Please wear blue to recognize this on April 22nd and April 29th, the last two Wednesdays of the month.

Way To Go Centerville Elementary!

• 771 lbs of food was donated to Centennial and Hugo food shelves
• $116 in donations were made

Thank you to CVE Student Leadership team and CTPA for helping us help our community!

• Who: 5th Graders
• When: Monday, June 8th
• Where: CVE & The Fun Lab (10650 Baltimore Street NE #300, Blaine)
• How: Registration Links below - Register by May 1st!
• Schedule:
• 3:45 - 4:15pm — pizza party at CVE
• 4:15 - 4:30pm — load buses and depart CVE
• 5:00 - 7:00pm — party at The Fun Lab
• 7:00 - 7:30pm — load buses and return to CVE
• 7:30pm — parents pick up students at CVE
• * Students will not have access to the building once they return to CVE. Backpacks, binders, lunchboxes, etc. will remain in classrooms overnight.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO?

• Click here to purchase tickets for the 5th Grade Party AND to order your student’s “Congrats Class of 2033” yard sign. Please complete this step by May 1. Contact Tanya Buescher (tbuescher@isd12.org, 763-792-5802) if you plan to request a scholarship.
• Click here to sign the waiver for your child’s participation at The Fun Lab.
• Click here if you would like to volunteer or donate items for 5th grade’s end-of-year activities.

Thank you for getting kids to school for Week 1 of MCA Testing. It is shaping up to be the best attendance for MCAs!

Week 2: (4.21-22) is MCA - Math (Gr 3-5)

Order your School Supply Kit for the 2026-27 School year now!

• Sprout Website: https://sproutsupplies.com/order
• School Code: CES487
• Order Deadline: Tuesday, July 7th

Make it an easy summer! Supply kits are delivered to the school and will be on your child(ren)'s desk at open house!

Thank you to the student leadership team and our entire CVE community for helping with a successful food drive. A total of 771 lbs of food and $116 in donations were made to the Centennial and Hugo food shelves! Both food shelves send a message of gratitude to our school. Thank you for participating in such a successful event!

Looking for Volunteers for the Book Fair and Spring Festival / Color Run! Grab a friend or family member and sign up!

All volunteers will have their name put in an end of year volunteer drawing for some fun prizes!

Sign up here!

Schedule:

• Mon April 27 930a - 3:30p (classroom preview only)
• Tues April 28 12p - 5p
• Wed April 29 12p - 6p
• Thurs April 30 9:30a - 3:30p
• Fri May 1 9:30a - 3:00p
• Sun May 3 - Spring Festival 1p-5:30p

Parents:

• Want to volunteer? We need volunteers to help make this book fair a successful event! Please sign up HERE!
• Want to shop? You are always welcome to come into the school during the day to also shop at the Fair, just sign into the kiosk, get a sticker badge, buzz the desk and let them know you’re here to shop.

See you at the Book Fair!!!

• Cheese / Pepperoni Pizza
• Assorted Veggies
• Assorted Fruits

• CLICK HERE to order now.
• Only a few copies remain!
• Unsure if you've ordered? Contact Josten's at (800) 328-2435.

Centerville Elementary will practice the Fire Drill on Thursday, April 23rd. Additional safety information, including information on the protocols and guidance for families, can be found on the Centennial website.

Community Garage Sale-Come shop this multi-family sale and find your next treasure! The sale is Saturday, April 25, 9 am-noon at Rice Lake Elementary. There will be over 40 tables to shop from and proceeds from the table fees will benefit the Community Education Financial Assistance Program.

Summer Recreational Soccer (entering gr. K-5) Register your children for this introduction to soccer in an age-appropriate and supportive environment. Learn basic skills and game techniques and participate in weekly games. The deadline to register is April 29.

More happening soon:

Apr. 17- Deadline to register for GRASP summer academic program (gr. K-5)

Apr. 20- Beginner Outdoor Tennis Lessons (ages 5-15)

Apr. 25- DASH T-Ball Tykes Camp (ages 2-7)

May 4- DASH After School Track & Field Camp (gr. K-4) dates vary by school

May 11- Karate (ages 4-12)

May 15- Wolf Howl Bonfire (all ages/family)

May 19- T-Ball (ages 5-6)

May 25- Spark Equestrian Camp (ages 6-12)

May 30- Confident Home Alone (ages 8-11)

May 31- Track & Field Camp (ages 4-12)

Go online to view all fall activities and to register, community.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. View the Digital Backpack online.

On-site immunization clinic

Centennial Schools is partnering with Homeland Health Specialists to provide school vaccinations to Centennial students, Pre-K and up!

DATE: May 14, 2026

LOCATION: District Office, 4707 North Road, Circle Pines (Door S15)

TIME:

• 11:00am-1:00pm: Pre-registered CHS/CALC/PINES/JOURNEY students only 16 years and older with parent consent + students, 18 years and older. Parent/guardian does not need to be present as consent for immunization is received during registration process.
• 3:00pm-7:00pm: Pre-K and up (pre-registration preferred, walk-ins welcome). Parent/guardian must be present unless the student is 16 years or older with pre-registration completed. Parental permission is not required for students 18 years and older.

How do I Pre-Register?
Scan the QR code or register here.

Early Childhood Family Education registration opens April 15

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is here for you! ECFE offers quality learning opportunities and resources for families with children from birth to kindergarten. ECFE weekly classes include parent-child activities, circle time with stories and songs, parent discussion time, and gym/playground time. If a year-long class does not work for your schedule, we also offer short-term and drop-in classes.

Updated information on the program, class schedules and fees will be available on our website beginning April 1 at earlychildhood.isd12.org. Registration for the 26-27 school year opens April 15 at isd12.arux.app.

Current classes continue through May 8. Stop by Explore With Baby or Drop-in & Play to find out what ECFE is all about!

SUN Bucks: Summer food program

Families who were approved for educational benefits for the 2025-2026 school year may receive $120 for each eligible school-aged child, ages 7-17, to buy groceries when school is out this summer through SUN Bucks, a program offered by the United States Department of Agriculture. Note: All students are not automatically eligible because of the free meal program offered at Centennial Schools. Students must quality for SUN Bucks through the Educational Benefits Application process. Already approved households do not need to re-apply to receive SUN Bucks. Students directly certified through programs such as SNAP, MFIP, FDPIR, and other programs automatically qualify for SUN Bucks. See the Centennial Website for SUN Bucks information as well as other summer food programs.

Inspiring Creativity, Enriching Education: Fund the Need 2026

Thank you for your support of the Centennial Area Education Foundation (CAEF) annual gala. Donations are still being accepted for Fund the Need, an initiative marking the second year of an exciting multi-year commitment to enhancing Pre-K– grade 12 Music and Arts Education in our schools. By expanding access to essential resources, we’re ensuring that every student has the opportunity to explore, create, and grow through the arts. With your support, this year we will equip grades 6-12 band programs with the instruments needed for student participation.

Why It Matters: Arts education nurtures creativity, confidence, and collaboration—essential skills that shape well-rounded, inspired students. Join us in making the arts accessible for all, ensuring that every child, from Pre-K through high school, has the opportunity to discover their creative potential.

Together, we can make a lasting impact!

See the CAEF website for more information and to donate.

School Board hosts Listening Session April 20

In ongoing efforts to gather feedback from stakeholders, the School Board is hosting quarterly Listening Sessions for the public. The next session will be held on April 20, 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. in the District Board Room.

The sessions provide the opportunity for community members, staff, parents, and students to meet informally with board representatives and the superintendent to discuss topics in the schools. Listening Sessions increase communication and engagement work that reflects the district’s commitment to excellence. Additional sessions to seek input/perspective on topics established by the Board would be scheduled as a special or additional Board Listening Session.

Board members or the superintendent may ask clarifying questions of you as the participant to gain a thorough understanding of your concern, suggestion, or request. If there is any follow-up or response to your comment or suggestion, you will be contacted via email or phone in a timely manner by a member of the board or administration. Please be aware that disrespectful comments or comments of a personal nature, directed at an individual either by name or inference, will not be allowed. Personnel concerns should be directed first to a principal or executive director of the department, then to the executive director of human resources, then to the superintendent, and finally, in writing, to the board. More information can be found on the Centennial website.

Email: tbuescher@isd12.org
Website: www.isd12.org/cve
Location: 1721 Westview Street, Centerville, MN, USA
Phone: 763.792.5800